Welcome to the Serve It & Own It: Leadership Lifestyle podcast. I am your host, Courtney Ball, HR Executive and Leadership Coach. I help women become better leaders at work. This podcast is an intimate conversation about how to build your leadership capacity and how I’m living my boldest, servant leadership aspirations every day. Whether, that’s BTS of working as a highly effective CHRO, traveling to new places to expand my horizons and have big FUN, or pouring into the relationships I value most. Episodes drop every week so make sure you subscribe and get notified about new content.
This has really been weighing on me—and probably on you too. From chaotic workplaces to rising incivility, stress, and political tension, many of us are simply trying to survive the workday without l…
If you’ve ever been in an interview and heard the dreaded "Tell me about yourself" question, you already know—it can be a trap. Do you start from college? Go through your entire work history? Wing it…
I am back to work!
In this episode, I’m sharing my thoughts about returning to work after six months of parental leave. From the emotional rollercoaster of leaving my baby at home to the realities of…
This episode is a little different—less about leadership and more about life. I want to talk about healing because God’s placed it on my heart, and I know many of us are navigating difficult times. I…
Welcome back!
In the last episode, we kicked off our discussion on executive presence, breaking down what it truly means and debunking some of the outdated, biased narratives around it. In this epis…
This is Part 1 of a two-part series where we explore what executive presence is, why it’s crucial, and how your personal brand enhances it. As a black woman, it’s so easy to doubt your position as a …
Welcome back to another episode! In this one, we’re diving into LinkedIn content creation and how to raise your visibility on the platform. If you’ve ever wondered what to post, how to craft engaging…
If you want to stand out on LinkedIn and attract job opportunities or clients, this episode is for you!
In Part 1 of this two-part series, we're diving deep into how to raise your visibility on Link…
In this episode, we're diving deep into how to update and optimize your LinkedIn profile to attract leadership opportunities, whether it's a new job, a speaking engagement, or a podcast interview. I'…
Given everything that has transpired recently here in the United States, I know many of us are feeling heavy. It’s been a rough one, and I want to take this episode to talk through it, hold space for…
Join me as I share three personal experiences in which I had to pivot due to unexpected challenges.
From personal adjustments to global crises, resilience and adaptability are essential to your leade…
Welcome to 2025!
In this first episode of the year, we’re diving into an essential topic for today’s leaders: How to build a leadership brand that attracts opportunities and resonates with your value…
Money-making doesn’t have to feel sleazy.
So, this week on the podcast, we’re talking about crafting your money-making plan for 2025. I share the exact 3 step process I use to plan my finances. No fl…
In this episode, we’re diving into a financial topic that many find confusing but is crucial for building long-term wealth: 401(k) plans.
As your favorite leadership coach and HR professional with o…
I’m taking a deep dive into how I made my first $10K in business.
This is really practical advice for those looking to start and sustain their own business.
I discuss the importance of investing in …
In this final episode of our Emotional Intelligence series, we’re tackling one of the most emotionally charged career moves: resigning from your job. Whether it’s a culmination of challenges or the s…
In today’s episode, we're diving deep into the messy world of workplace conflict and how to handle it like a pro. Inspired by Bravo TV's "Real Housewives of Potomac," particularly the ongoing beef be…
With the recent election’s emotional impact still being felt by all, I would be remiss if I didn’t take a moment to reflect - from watching Kamala Harris fight the good fight to the stark reality of …
As a new mom, it can be tough to find some time for yourself, to enjoy the things that make you, you. So take this episode as permission granted. Take a glimpse into how I’m managing to find pockets …
6 weeks of being a mom and my heart is full.
Listen in as I share personal reflections from my first six weeks as a new mom. I’ll be diving into how motherhood has reshaped my leadership style, motiv…